2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 306 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hyundai Terracan (297 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Terracan | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Terracan | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
