2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 969 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 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Mountaineer | Capri |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
