1978 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX is newer by 28 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti FX weights approximately 150 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.
Because 2006 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2006 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Capri | FX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
