1984 Toyota Soarer vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1138 kg more than 1984 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Soarer. 2010 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1984 Toyota Soarer has manual transmission. 1984 Toyota Soarer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Toyota Soarer | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | Soarer | Ram |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1908 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |