1996 Toyota Previa vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1996 Toyota Previa is newer by 16 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Previa weights approximately 355 kg more than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Previa. 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, 1996 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Previa | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Previa | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2030 mm |
