2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 900 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.
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 Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Pilot | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Pilot | Capri |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| 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 | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1110 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 |
