2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 180 kg more than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2030 mm |
