2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard

To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 16 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, 1984 Toyota Blizzard (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 604 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1984 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1984 Toyota Blizzard (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Smart ForTwo 1984 Toyota Blizzard
Make Smart Toyota
Model ForTwo Blizzard
Year Released 2000 1984
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 799 cc 2446 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 40 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 816 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 2510 mm 3660 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 1820 mm 2210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 22 L 70 L


 

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