1972 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1984 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 380 kg more than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Prix | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6547 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |