1989 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2006 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2006 Toyota Quantum is newer by 17 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Quantum (102 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Blizzard.
Because 1989 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Quantum. 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, 2006 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Blizzard | 2006 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Blizzard | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
