1989 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2000 Volvo C70
To start off, 2000 Volvo C70 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo C70 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2000 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Blizzard | 2000 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Blizzard | C70 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
