1981 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2011 Nissan Livina is newer by 30 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri.
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, 2011 Nissan Livina, 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, 1981 Ford Capri (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 2011 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Capri | Livina |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 52 L |