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Mercury Capri III 1.6 (100 Hp)
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Mercury Capri:
Capri is a nameplate marketed by the Lincoln-Mercury division of Ford Motor Company over three generations between 1970 and 1994.
From 1970 to 1978, the Capri was a sport compact marketed in North America by the Lincoln-Mercury division without any Ford or Mercury divisional branding; it was a captive import, manufactured by Ford of Europe and sold simply as the Capri.
From 1979 to 1986, the second generation Capri became part of the Mercury model line as a U. S. built pony car, a badge engineered variant of the contemporary Ford Mustang....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III Overview:
Mercury Capri (III). A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Mercury Capri III was produced before the establishment of Euro NCAP testing protocols, and as such, no official Euro NCAP safety rating is available. Safety features would be basic by modern standards.
1.6 (100 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate performance for daily commuting and relaxed cruising, but lacks significant power for spirited driving.
Fuel Economy
Provides reasonable fuel economy for its era and class, making it an economical choice for a convertible.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable convertible experience
- • Sporty styling
- • Reliable Mazda mechanicals
- • Fun to drive (especially turbo)
Cons:
- • Limited rear seat space
- • Basic interior features
- • Scuttle shake common in convertibles
- • Safety features are dated
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mercury |
| Model: | Capri |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (100 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1990 |
| End of production: | 1995 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 100 Hp |
| Engine Model/Code: | B6D |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.4 l |
| Coolant: | 5 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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