1994 Mercury Capri vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 17 kg more than 1994 Mercury Capri.
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, 1994 Mercury Capri (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Capri | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Corolla |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1097 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |