2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1989 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (881 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 714 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Continental GTC | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
