1987 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy 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 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 15 kg more than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Blizzard | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blizzard | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
