1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1984 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 872 kg more than 1984 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Soarer. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1984 Toyota Soarer has manual transmission. 1984 Toyota Soarer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 1984 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
