2009 Honda Civic vs. 1982 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 27 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, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 425 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.
Because 1982 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. 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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1982 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
| 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 | 1685 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2030 mm |
