1983 Toyota Soarer vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Soarer (116 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 Toyota Soarer.
Because 1983 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 1983 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Soarer | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Soarer | Passat |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |