2005 Acura RL vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 21 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 340 kg more than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura RL. 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, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. 2005 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1984 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1984 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RL | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
