1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1983 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Soarer (116 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 70 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1983 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. 1983 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate has manual transmission. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1983 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Graduate | Soarer |
Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 116 HP |
Torque | 163 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |