2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1052 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 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Terracan | Capri |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
