1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car vs. 1983 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1983 Toyota Soarer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (365 HP) has 249 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (116 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Soarer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (679 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car | 1983 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | 442 Indy Pace Car | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
