1978 Ford Capri vs. 1993 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1993 Nissan Sunny is newer by 15 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 114 kg more than 1993 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1978 Ford Capri (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1993 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
