1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1994 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 5 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 490 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 1999 Holden Berlina 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 1999 Holden Berlina. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1994 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Berlina | Capri |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
