2002 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1992 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 10 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 830 kg more than 1992 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1992 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
| Model | Vanquish | Capri |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
