1981 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 25 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, 2006 Toyota Yaris (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1981 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Blizzard | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Blizzard | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |
