1974 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2002 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2002 Toyota Soarer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Sunbeam Chamois | 2002 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
Model | Chamois | Soarer |
Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 873 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2630 mm |