1969 Ford Capri vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1980 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 11 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 285 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2030 mm |
