1982 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 23 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, 2005 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica 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 2005 Toyota Celica.
Because 1982 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Celica. 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, 2005 Toyota Celica (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Blizzard | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Blizzard | Celica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |
