2004 Lancia Thesis vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2004 Lancia Thesis 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 2,450 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 420 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 Lancia Thesis. 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 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Thesis | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thesis | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2450 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1680 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2030 mm |
