2007 Acura MDX vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 17 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Because 2007 Acura MDX 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, 2007 Acura MDX 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, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | MDX | Capri |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
