1989 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1309 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Capri | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Capri | Armada |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |