2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1991 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 12 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1991 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Capri. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 1991 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercury |
Model | Range Rover | Capri |
Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |