2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 19 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 490 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | BLS | Capri |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
