1979 Ford Capri vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 29 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1290 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 2008 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Capri | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Capri | Patrol |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2400 mm |