2007 Lotus Elise vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 524 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 1984 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Toyota Blizzard (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Elise | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elise | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
