1969 Ford Capri vs. 1995 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1995 Nissan Sentra is newer by 26 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 6 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1969 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Ford Capri (149 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sentra. (119 Nm). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 1995 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Capri | Sentra |
Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 119 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |