1982 Renault 11 vs. 1981 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 1 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, 1981 Toyota Blizzard (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 400 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. 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 1982 Renault 11. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 11 | 1981 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 11 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2030 mm |
