1981 Toyota Blizzard vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 1988 Acura Integra is newer by 7 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, 1988 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard.
Because 1981 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Acura Integra. 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, 1981 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Acura Integra. 1988 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Blizzard | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Blizzard | Integra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2450 mm |
