1979 Ford Capri vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Capri | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Capri | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1285 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |