2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 1981 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 407 kg more than 1981 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 Mazda B4000 (310 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B4000 | 1981 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B4000 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1667 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2030 mm |
