2002 Ford Tonka vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Tonka (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 48 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka.
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, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 647 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. 2002 Ford Tonka has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Tonka will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tonka | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2210 mm |
