1981 Ford Capri vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1984 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Blizzard (89 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 410 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Toyota Blizzard (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
