1983 Toyota Soarer vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 29 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (116 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 137 kg more than 1983 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Kia Cee'd, 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, 1983 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Soarer | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Soarer | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
