1984 Toyota Blizzard vs. 1992 Volvo 850
To start off, 1992 Volvo 850 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 850 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 Volvo 850.
Because 1984 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Volvo 850. 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, 1992 Volvo 850 (221 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Blizzard | 1992 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Blizzard | 850 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
