2004 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic 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 18 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 190 kg more than 1994 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 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1994 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Civic | Capri |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
