1983 Peugeot 305 vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1988 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 305 (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 350 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 305. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 305 | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 305 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
