1998 Ford Focus vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 16 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Because 1983 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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 Focus (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2030 mm |
