1983 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 31 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1983 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. 2005 Volkswagen Bora has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Blizzard | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blizzard | Bora |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2590 mm |
