1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1992 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 820 kg more than 1992 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1992 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Explorer | Capri |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
