2009 Mazda 5 vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster 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 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 5 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
