1984 Ford Capri vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1996 Nissan Primera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 120 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera, 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, 1984 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Capri | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Primera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
