1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 355 kg more than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager (227 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2210 mm |
