1981 Toyota Blizzard vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 270 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1981 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Corolla. 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, both vehicles can yield 142 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Blizzard | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Blizzard | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
