1988 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2002 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avensis is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 331 kg more than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. 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 2002 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2002 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Blizzard | 2002 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Blizzard | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
