1984 Ford Capri vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 24 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 12 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 290 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Capri | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Capri | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.0:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |