1972 Audi Variant vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1988 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 280 kg more than 1972 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Audi Variant | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Variant | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
