1974 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 38 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1273 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 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
