1981 Toyota Soarer vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 29 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
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, 2010 Suzuki SX4, 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, 1981 Toyota Soarer (211 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Toyota Soarer | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
Model | Soarer | SX4 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1544 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2499 mm |