1994 Mercury Capri vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 438 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 2000 Ford Falcon 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 2000 Ford Falcon. 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Capri | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Capri | Falcon |
Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |