1994 Mazda Midge vs. 1981 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1994 Mazda Midge is newer by 13 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, 1994 Mazda Midge (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda Midge should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 210 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge.
Because 1981 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mazda Midge. 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, 1994 Mazda Midge (156 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda Midge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda Midge | 1981 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Midge | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
