1978 Ford Capri vs. 1983 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1983 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Pulsar (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 145 kg more than 1983 Nissan Pulsar.
Because 1978 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Nissan Pulsar (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1983 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2420 mm |
