2004 Audi A4 vs. 1982 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 22 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, 2004 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 370 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, 2004 Audi A4 (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1982 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2030 mm |
