1978 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 29 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 37 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 238 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
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, 2007 Nissan Primera, 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Primera. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Capri | Primera |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.9:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |