1989 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 24 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 951 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Capri | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Capri | Quest |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3000 mm |