2004 Holden Cruze vs. 1994 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2004 Holden Cruze is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Capri weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Cruze 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, 2004 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Cruze | 1994 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Cruze | Capri |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
