1970 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Primera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Primera weights approximately 232 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Primera, 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, 1970 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Primera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
