1972 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 39 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1972 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Capri.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Capri. 2011 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Capri | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3200 mm |
