2004 Porsche 996 vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 996 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1989 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 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 996 | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 996 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
