1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 19 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 420 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.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Capri |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
