1977 Ford Capri vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1977 Ford Capri is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Capri (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Capri weights approximately 44 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 Nissan Bluebird (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Capri | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
