2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Because 1984 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Toyota Blizzard (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Fabia | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
