1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1981 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 750 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Because 1981 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Caterham Super 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1981 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | Super 7 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2030 mm |
