1972 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1972 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 555 kg more than 1972 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Capri | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Capri | Armada |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1305 cc | 5555 cc |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3140 mm |