1985 Toyota Soarer vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 433 kg more than 1985 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra, 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Soarer. 2006 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Soarer has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Soarer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Soarer | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Soarer | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
