1969 Ford Capri vs. 2003 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2003 Nissan Maxima is newer by 34 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 2,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 371 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
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, 2003 Nissan Maxima, 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 (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Maxima. 2003 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1969 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2003 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
