2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 260 kg more than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2030 mm |
