2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri.
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 Citroen C4 (216 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C4 | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | C4 | Capri |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |