Mercury Capri vs. Ford Mustang
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Mercury Capri and Ford Mustang contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Mercury Capri and the Ford Mustang.
When comparing the Mercury Capri's and the Ford Mustang's specifications and ratings, the Mercury Capri has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Ford Mustang has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mercury Capri's and the Ford Mustang's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Mercury Capri’s base engine makes 100 horsepower, and the Ford Mustang base engine makes 145 horsepower. The Capri is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 308 miles. The Mustang is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 405 miles.This gives the Mercury Capri the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Ford Mustang the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Mercury Capri and Ford Mustang are comparable in regards to front head room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
13565
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
20635
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Sports Cars)
17771
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Sports Cars)
14170 - 20635
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
0
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# Good or Great Deals:
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
12007
Price Range:
5038 - 20262
Category Avg Price:
(Sports Cars)
13050
Category Avg Price Range:
(Sports Cars)
10039 - 15468
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
19
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
94439
# Good or Great Deals:
3
Mercury Capri Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Mustang Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mercury Capri
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Mustang
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
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Typical Category Recalls:
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Mercury Capri Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Mustang Rankings
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11 out of / 11Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mercury Capri Trim Levels
Base, XR2 Turbo
Ford Mustang Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
100 hp @ 5750 rpm
Torque:
95 foot-lbs @ 5500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.041 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
145 hp @ 4000 rpm
Torque:
215 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
242 / 308 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 27 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
270 / 405 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
34.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
25.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
41.2 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2423 lbs
Width:
64.6 inches
Height:
50.4 inches
Length:
167.1 inches
Wheelbase:
94.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3245 lbs
Width:
71.8 inches
Height:
52.8 inches
Length:
181.5 inches
Wheelbase:
101.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Pearl Metallic
Blue
Cobalt Blue Metallic
Green
Reef Green Metallic
Purple
Magenta Metallic
Red
Lemans Red
Silver
Argon Silver Metallic
White
Dynamic White
Gray
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Clearcoat
Blue
Bright Blue Clearcoat Metallic / Teal Clearcoat Metallic
Green
Deep Forest Green Clearcoat Metallic
Purple
Iris Clearcoat Metallic
Red
Laser Red Tinted Clearcoat Metallic / Rio Red Tinted Clearcoat
Silver
Not available
White
Crystal White
Gray
Opal Frost Clearcoat Metallic
