2006 BMW X3 vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 22 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 BMW X3.
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 BMW X3 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X3 | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X3 | Blizzard |
Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |