1969 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 253 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 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 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 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
