2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 18 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 54 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1983 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Guara | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2030 mm |
