2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 17 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 330 kg more than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2210 mm |
