1974 Ford Capri vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 590 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |
