2008 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 100 kg more than 1994 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1994 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Accord | Capri |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
