1981 Ford Probe vs. 1982 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1982 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Probe would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Probe weights approximately 110 kg more than 1982 Toyota Blizzard.
Because 1982 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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 Probe (148 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm). This means 1981 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. 1981 Ford Probe has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Probe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Probe | 1982 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Probe | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 142 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1260 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |