1997 Mazda 626 vs. 1993 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 4 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1993 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, 1997 Mazda 626 (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda 626 | 1993 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 626 | Capri |
Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |