1981 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 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 82 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 726 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 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 (314 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Quest |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
