1984 Ford Capri vs. 1999 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Nissan Sunny is newer by 15 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 86 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Capri weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Nissan Sunny, 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Capri | 1999 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Capri | Sunny |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |