1982 Toyota Blizzard vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (72 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 36 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Because 1982 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Blizzard | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Blizzard | Carina |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2590 mm |
