1997 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1997 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 Honda Civic.
Because 1985 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Civic | 1985 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
