1981 BMW 628 vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1981 BMW 628 is newer by 1 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 628 weights approximately 210 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 1981 BMW 628. 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, 1981 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 628 | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 628 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2030 mm |
