1969 Ford Capri vs. 1976 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1976 Nissan Cherry is newer by 7 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 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (86 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 214 kg more than 1976 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 (141 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1976 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2400 mm |
