1975 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 31 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 507 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 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1023 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
