2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 30 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 448 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (151 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Frontier | Capri |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
