2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 25 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 378 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 1984 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-350 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 70 L |
