2002 Subaru Outback vs. 1982 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 255 kg more than 1982 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 Subaru Outback (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 1982 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |
