2000 Honda Insight vs. 1987 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 510 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1987 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Insight | 1987 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Insight | Blizzard |
Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Type | electric | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 167 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |