1981 Toyota Soarer vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 1988 TVR Type S is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 405 kg more than 1988 TVR Type S.
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, 1981 Toyota Soarer (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Type S. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Type S.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Toyota Soarer | 1988 TVR Type S | |
Make | Toyota | TVR |
Model | Soarer | Type S |
Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2759 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2300 mm |