2007 BMW 116 vs. 1990 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 17 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, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 BMW 116.
Because 1990 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 116. 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, 1990 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1990 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 116 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
