2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 23 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, 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2030 mm |
