1984 Toyota Soarer vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 27 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Tucson (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Soarer.
Because 1984 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 1984 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Tucson, 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, 2011 Hyundai Tucson (198 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Soarer | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Soarer | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
