1981 Subaru Coupe vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1981 Subaru Coupe 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 345 kg more than 1981 Subaru Coupe.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Subaru Coupe. 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, 1980 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Subaru Coupe | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2030 mm |
