1969 Ford Capri vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 3 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 45 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ford Capri (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |
