1999 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1982 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 250 kg more than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mitsubishi Verada | 1982 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Verada | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2030 mm |