2004 Buick Regal vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 14 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 470 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.
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, 2004 Buick Regal (305 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Regal | Capri |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
