2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1981 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 1981 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-250 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2030 mm |
