1983 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1983 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1983 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Blizzard | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Blizzard | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
