1989 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 15 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 232 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 2004 Volvo V70. 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (330 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Blizzard | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Blizzard | V70 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
