2005 Lotus Elise vs. 1986 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 506 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 1986 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 Lotus Elise (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 1986 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elise | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
