1984 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 21 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 17 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 269 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, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Capri | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Primera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 203 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 | 1230 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
