1989 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 388 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
