1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 16 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 38 kg more than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford F-150. 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-150 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2030 mm |
