1982 Toyota Soarer vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1982 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607, 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Soarer. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Soarer. 2000 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Soarer has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Soarer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Soarer | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Soarer | 607 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
