1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 160 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda RX-01. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-01 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2030 mm |
