1998 Ford Contour vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 14 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 61 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.
Because 1984 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Contour | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
