1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |
