1978 Ford Capri vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1986 Nissan Stanza is newer by 8 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
