1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 27 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 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 949 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Capri |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
