2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1987 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 400 kg more than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 1987 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Equinox | Blizzard |
Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |