2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1993 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1993 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 1993 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | CX-7 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
