1981 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 28 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (152 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 520 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Capri | Frontier |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 152 HP |
Torque | 117 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |