1970 Ford Falcon vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1983 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2030 mm |
