2008 Subaru Forester vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 188 kg more than 1984 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Forester | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | Blizzard |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |