2007 Audi S8 vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 860 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 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S8 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
