1978 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 34 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 871 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 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1987 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
