2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1991 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercury Capri weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 1991 Mercury Capri (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1991 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercury |
| Model | Kalos | Capri |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
