1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 1994 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1250 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 1998 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Express | 1994 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Express | Capri |
Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |