1969 Ford Capri vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 349 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
