1981 Toyota Soarer vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 24 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 501 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Soarer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (231 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer. 2005 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Soarer has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Soarer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Toyota Soarer | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Soarer | Avensis |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |