1980 Toyota Blizzard vs. 1990 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1990 Ford Falcon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Falcon weights approximately 160 kg more than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Falcon. 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, 1990 Ford Falcon (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. 1990 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Blizzard | 1990 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Blizzard | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 3157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2800 mm |
