1983 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 29 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, 2012 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 74 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul.
Because 1983 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Soul. 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, 2012 Kia Soul (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Blizzard | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Blizzard | Soul |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2550 mm |
