1985 Renault Super 5 vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1985 Renault Super 5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 485 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Renault Super 5 | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Super 5 | Soarer |
Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |