1997 Mazda MPV vs. 1991 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1997 Mazda MPV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 366 kg more than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda MPV | 1991 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MPV | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2210 mm |
