1959 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1981 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1981 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,286 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvair (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 100 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair.
Because 1981 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Blizzard 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chevrolet Corvair | 1981 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvair | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2030 mm |
