1981 Toyota Blizzard vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 126 kg more than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Toyota Blizzard | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Blizzard | Carlton |
Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2740 mm |