1988 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 356 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 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Blizzard | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blizzard | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 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 | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
