1982 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 21 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 395 kg more than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Blizzard | 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Blizzard | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2800 mm |
