1994 Mercury Capri vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 11 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 505 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, 2005 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Capri | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | Mercury | Rover |
Model | Capri | 75 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |