1994 Mercury Capri vs. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit

To start off, both 1994 Mercury Capri and 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Capri.

Because 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. 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, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Mercury Capri 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
Make Mercury Rolls-Royce
Model Capri Silver Spirit
Year Released 1994 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 6749 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 402 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1490 mm


 

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