2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fusion | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2030 mm |
