1981 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 377 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo S60 (351 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. 2007 Volvo S60 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. 2007 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Toyota Blizzard | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Blizzard | S60 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |