2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 11 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 556 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.
Because 2001 Ford TE-50 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 2001 Ford TE-50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford TE-50 | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | TE-50 | Capri |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |