1969 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2012 Nissan Livina is newer by 43 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1365 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, 2012 Nissan Livina, 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 (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2012 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Livina |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 52 L |
