1991 Toyota Blizzard vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 106 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1991 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Blizzard | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Blizzard | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
