1979 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 33 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 382 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, 2012 Nissan Qashqai, 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, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Capri | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Capri | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |