2003 Hummer H2 vs. 1981 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2003 Hummer H2 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hummer H2 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1650 kg more than 1981 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, 2003 Hummer H2 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. 2003 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hummer H2 | 1981 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Hummer | Toyota |
| Model | H2 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2910 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2030 mm |
