1982 Ford Capri vs. 1985 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1985 Nissan Micra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Capri (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Capri weights approximately 325 kg more than 1985 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Micra, 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, 1982 Ford Capri (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Capri | 1985 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Micra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
