2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1994 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1492 kg more than 1994 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1994 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercury |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Capri |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |