1994 Mercury Capri vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 376 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Capri | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mercury | Honda |
| Model | Capri | Accord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
