1980 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Blizzard | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Blizzard | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2480 mm |
