2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 18 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 423 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 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | CR-V | Capri |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1533 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
