2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 581 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 2009 Dodge Charger 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, 2009 Dodge Charger 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Charger | Capri |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
