2006 Honda FR-V vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 16 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Honda FR-V. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 356 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Mercury Capri (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda FR-V | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | FR-V | Capri |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
