2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1991 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1263 kg more than 1991 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Capri, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Capri. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1991 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Charger | Capri |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
