1983 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 126 kg more than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (236 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Blizzard | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blizzard | Golf |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2550 mm |
