1981 Toyota Blizzard vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 1998 Honda Capa is newer by 17 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, 1998 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Honda Capa.
Because 1981 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Capa. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa. 1998 Honda Capa 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. 1998 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Blizzard | 1998 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Blizzard | Capa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |
