1983 BMW 525 vs. 1981 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 10 kg more than 1983 BMW 525.
Because 1981 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1981 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2030 mm |
