2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 25 kg more than 1983 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Borrego | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Borrego | Blizzard |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4625 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 337 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2030 mm |