1975 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 35 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 714 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 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1023 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 74 L |
