1969 Ford Capri vs. 1994 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1994 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 25 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 650 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Nissan Terrano II (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1994 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
