1969 Ford Capri vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1996 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 27 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, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 194 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 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1969 Ford Capri (149 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (139 Nm). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
