1997 Honda Today vs. 1994 Mercury Capri

To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 3 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 53 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Capri weights approximately 370 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 1994 Mercury Capri (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Honda Today 1994 Mercury Capri
Make Honda Mercury
Model Today Capri
Year Released 1997 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1650 mm


 

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