2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1981 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1981 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 Ford F-150 (354 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 1981 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-150 | Blizzard |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2030 mm |