2000 Ford Ka vs. 1982 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2000 Ford Ka is newer by 18 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Blizzard (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 380 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. 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 2000 Ford Ka. 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, 1982 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 1982 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2030 mm |
