2000 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 45 kg more than 1992 Mercury Capri.
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, 1992 Mercury Capri (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1992 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Civic | Capri |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |