2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 243 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | F-150 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
