2003 Ford Ka vs. 1982 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 21 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Ka (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 298 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka.
Because 1982 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 1982 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2030 mm |
