2005 Ford Bantam vs. 1987 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 314 kg more than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Because 1987 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 1987 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Bantam | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
