2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1993 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 924 kg more than 1993 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Pilot | 1993 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Pilot | Capri |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
