2007 BMW 130 vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 130 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1380 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
