2007 Smart ForTwo vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Blizzard (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 530 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Smart ForTwo | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | ForTwo | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
