1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 290 kg more than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Kappa | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Kappa | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2030 mm |