1983 Ford Capri vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1983 Ford Capri. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Capri weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Capri. (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Capri. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Armada |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3140 mm |
