2005 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 254 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1985 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1985 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
