2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 19 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 500 kg more than 1983 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (314 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Nissan Terrano II | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Terrano II | Blizzard |
Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2988 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |