2005 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1991 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercury Capri weights approximately 78 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu YRV.
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, 2005 Daihatsu YRV (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Capri. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu YRV | 1991 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | YRV | Capri |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
