2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1982 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1 kg more than 1982 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 Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1982 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tahoe | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2030 mm |
