2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 725 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (314 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Nitro | Capri |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 91 L |
