1989 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 22 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Cube weights approximately 176 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Ford Capri (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Cube |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
