1978 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1218 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Capri | Titan |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 514 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3560 mm |