If you’re looking for a change of pace in your virtual driving, the Nissan Retro Rides Car Pack for Forza Horizon 5 presents a wonderful opportunity to unwind with some iconic vehicles.
It’s great to see Forza Horizon 5 offering a chance to slow down and appreciate some classic automotive designs. Not every drive needs to be a high-speed race. Sometimes, a relaxed cruise through the virtual landscapes is just perfect.
This new Nissan Retro Rides Car Pack really caught my eye. It brings a cool collection of four Nissan cars from the past to the game, and it’s available now for a reasonable price on all platforms. It feels like the ideal opportunity to take it easy and enjoy the digital scenery in some truly unique vehicles.
Rediscovering Nissan’s History
This car pack allows us to explore Nissan’s interesting past through four distinct vehicles:
1987 Nissan BE-1
This is the car that started Nissan’s quirky and memorable “Pike Car” series. The 1987 Nissan BE-1 has a really warm and nostalgic vibe.
The designer, Naoki Sakai, looked back at earlier times for inspiration. He created this retro design to compete with other car brands that were becoming popular in Japan.
Nissan intended this car for everyday use. They used different materials to build its body, including thermoplastic resin (which could handle small stone impacts), durasteel (mainly in the front), and ABS resin.
It’s interesting to note that people who wanted to buy this appealing car were chosen through a lottery system. It shows just how desirable this unique vehicle was.
Stats:
- Engine: 987cc MA10S Inline-4
- Power: 52 hp
- Torque: 57 lb-ft
- Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive
- Weight: Approximately 1,610 lbs
1989 Nissan S-Cargo
The 1989 Nissan S-Cargo was another Pike car, but this one was designed for business use and could only be bought by reservation.
The rounded hump on the back isn’t just a design element; it’s actually a loading area, much like what you’d find on a van. This unique shape gave it a snail-like appearance, which explains the name that sounds like “escargot.”
Only about 8,000 of these were ever sold, making it a very rare find in the JDM world. Now, you can experience it virtually with the Nissan Retro Rides Car Pack!
Stats:
- Engine: 1.5L E15S Inline-4
- Power: 73 hp
- Torque: 85 lb-ft
- Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive
- Weight: Approximately 1,874 lbs
1989 Nissan Pao
Going back to the late 80s, the 1989 Nissan Pao was incredibly popular. It sold out in just three months, with over 50,000 people wanting to buy one.
Looking closely, you can see that this car took inspiration from other vehicles of the time. These ideas were put together into a practical car that aimed to be as attractive as Japanese personal electronics.
There’s just something really appealing about the Pao. The way the windows open, the optional sunroof, and the four charming colours it came in all add to its retro charm. It’s a fantastic JDM car to have in any collection!
Stats:
- Engine: 987cc MA10S Inline-4
- Power: 52 hp
- Torque: 57 lb-ft
- Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive
- Weight: Approximately 1,720 lbs
1991 Nissan Figaro
The 1991 Nissan Figaro was sold only in Nissan Cherry Stores during a time of popular music and fashion. It’s a small, retro convertible with a touch of luxury and style.
The inside of this car really shows off its retro design. The dashboard and controls are a beautiful white colour with chrome details on the trim and steering wheel. The elegant lever in the centre console could even impress owners of some modern luxury cars.
While it was designed to appeal to those who loved retro cars, the Figaro also had the latest technology for its time, like air conditioning and a CD player.
Available in colours that represent the four seasons, the Figaro is a car you can enjoy in the virtual world throughout the year.
Stats:
- Engine: 987cc MA10ET Turbocharged Inline-4
- Power: 76 hp
- Torque: 78 lb-ft
- Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive
- Weight: Approximately 1,786 lbs
Price for the Nissan Retro Rides Pack
This Nissan Retro Rides Car Pack seems like a wonderful way to enjoy a more relaxed driving experience in Forza Horizon 5 and appreciate some truly unique vehicles from Nissan’s past. Now available on all platforms for $4.99/€4.99€/£3.99/AU$7.95/¥680.