1994 Mercury Capri vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 17 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1705 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 2011 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Capri | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Capri | Patrol |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3075 mm |