1979 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 730 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (334 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Capri | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Quest |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
