1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1985 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1985 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 151 kg more than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1985 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Chevelle | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 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 | 1501 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
