1948 Jeep Jeepster vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1980 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,431 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jeep Jeepster (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Jeepster should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 75 kg more than 1948 Jeep Jeepster.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1948 Jeep Jeepster (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep Jeepster | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Jeepster | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2431 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2030 mm |
