1984 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 27 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 852 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri. 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, 2011 Nissan Murano, 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, 2011 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Capri | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Murano |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |
