1968 Renault 8 vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1980 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Blizzard (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 480 kg more than 1968 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Renault 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 1980 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 8 | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 8 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2030 mm |
