1973 Honda 145 vs. 1982 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1982 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 145 (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 340 kg more than 1973 Honda 145.
Because 1982 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1982 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2030 mm |
