1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 1992 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1992 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 230 kg more than 1992 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Avanti Avanti | 1992 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Avanti | Toyota |
Model | Avanti | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 6568 cc | 2444 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |