1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Soarer (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-01 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
