2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 27 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (87 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1183 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Titan | Capri |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2570 mm |
