1987 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 26 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, 2013 Honda Insight (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 100 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight.
Because 1987 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Insight. 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, both vehicles can yield 167 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Blizzard | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Blizzard | Insight |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
