2009 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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. Both 2009 Ford Focus and 1990 Mercury Capri are equipped with a 1,596 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 393 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri.
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 Ford Focus (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Focus | Capri |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |