1983 Toyota Soarer vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 30 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (116 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 313 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Soarer | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Soarer | Z |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |