1985 Toyota Blizzard vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1988 Volvo 480 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 350 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480.
Because 1985 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 480. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Blizzard | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Blizzard | 480 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
