1984 Toyota Blizzard vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1984 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 460 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Because 1984 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Blizzard | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Blizzard | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
