1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 534 kg more than 1993 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Corvette | Capri |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
