2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1992 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 730 kg more than 1992 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1992 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | CLS | Capri |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4964 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
