2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 102 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1989 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Corolla | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
