1982 Toyota Soarer vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 30 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 655 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 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Soarer. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Soarer. 2012 Infiniti M 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. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Toyota Soarer | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
Model | Soarer | M |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |