1998 Acura NSX vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Because 1998 Acura NSX 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 1998 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | NSX | Capri |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
