1969 Ford Capri vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1974 Nissan Cherry is newer by 5 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 295 kg more than 1974 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 (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
