2002 Lada 117 vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2002 Lada 117 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada 117 (77 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada 117 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Lada 117.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lada 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 117. (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 117 | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 117 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
