1994 Mercury Capri vs. 1984 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 Mercury Capri is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Porsche 911 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Capri, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Capri | 1984 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Capri | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |