1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1991 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 725 kg more than 1991 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Capri. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1991 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Silverado | Capri |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
