1974 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1171 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 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, 2012 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, 1974 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Capri | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |