2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
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 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | BT-50 | Blizzard |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2030 mm |