2007 Acura RDX vs. 1993 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX 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 RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1993 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | RDX | Capri |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
