2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 31 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 886 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 1974 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (119 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Quest | Capri |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2570 mm |
