1964 Renault 8 vs. 1986 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1986 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 503 kg more than 1964 Renault 8.
Because 1986 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Renault 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault 8 | 1986 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 8 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2210 mm |
