2000 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 2000 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti QX4 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, 2000 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti QX4 | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Infiniti | Ford |
| Model | QX4 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
