1984 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 28 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), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 802 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, 2012 Nissan Quest, 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Capri | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Quest |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
