1984 Toyota Corolla vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1988 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Corolla (80 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 410 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Corolla | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
