1999 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1999 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 9 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 370 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Step Wagon | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Step Wagon | Capri |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
