1985 Toyota Soarer vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 27 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 170 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.
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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Toyota Soarer | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | Soarer | Cayman |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |