2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 29 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda S2000. 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, 2009 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda S2000 | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S2000 | Blizzard |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |