1980 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 26 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 2,523 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 938 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Toyota Blizzard | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Blizzard | S80 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2198 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2800 mm |