2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 15 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 924 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.
Because 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Capri |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
