1986 Ford Capri vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1988 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 340 kg more than 1986 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Capri. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Capri | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
