1971 Ford Maverick vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1980 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Maverick (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Maverick. 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, 1971 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Maverick | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Maverick | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 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 |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2030 mm |
