2007 Audi S8 vs. 1986 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 584 kg more than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1986 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1986 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1986 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
