1982 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 18 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan.
Because 1982 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Blizzard | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Blizzard | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |
