1981 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2007 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Auris is newer by 26 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, 2007 Toyota Auris (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Auris weights approximately 45 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 2007 Toyota Auris. 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, 2007 Toyota Auris (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Blizzard | 2007 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Blizzard | Auris |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.5 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 | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |
