2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1982 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Because 1982 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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 Freestyle (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1982 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Freestyle | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2030 mm |
