1981 Toyota Blizzard vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1981 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 185 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1981 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 Volkswagen Passat (167 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Toyota Blizzard | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Blizzard | Passat |
Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2560 mm |