2004 BMW X3 vs. 1987 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2004 BMW X3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X3 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X3 weights approximately 468 kg more than 1987 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 BMW X3 (237 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm). This means 2004 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X3 | 1987 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
