1985 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1988 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 438 kg more than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda RX-7 | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
