2004 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1985 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1985 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Blizzard |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |