2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1982 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1982 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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 Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 1982 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2030 mm |
