2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 153 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-350 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2030 mm |
