1999 Ford Cougar vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 15 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Because 1984 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Cougar. 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, 1999 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cougar | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
