1975 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri. 2005 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2400 mm |
