2012 Nissan NV vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1521 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan NV | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | NV | Capri |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2666 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6111 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2156 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3711 mm | 2570 mm |
