1985 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 22 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Blizzard | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Blizzard | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
