1981 Ford Capri vs. 1988 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1988 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 180 kg more than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Bluebird, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Ford Capri (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 1988 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Capri | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |