1985 Toyota Blizzard vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1985 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 198 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Because 1985 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Blizzard | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Blizzard | Corona |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2590 mm |
