1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1989 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 550 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1989 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
