1986 Toyota Soarer vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 22 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Soarer.
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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Toyota Soarer | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Soarer | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |