2006 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 365 kg more than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2006 Ford Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1990 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
