2005 Nissan Platina vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2005 Nissan Platina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Platina (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Platina should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Platina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Platina | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Platina | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |
