1981 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 65 kg more than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Because 1984 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Mustang. 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, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Mustang | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |