1982 Toyota Tercel vs. 1992 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1992 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 570 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Tercel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Tercel | 1992 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tercel | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
