1988 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 17 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, 2005 Toyota Sparky (86 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky. 2005 Toyota Sparky has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sparky will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Blizzard | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Blizzard | Sparky |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
