1986 Toyota Soarer vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 336 kg more than 1986 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Soarer | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Soarer | Passat |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
