1987 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 211 kg more than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1987 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Blizzard | 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Blizzard | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1139 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2329 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
