2000 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 19 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 720 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2000 SsangYong Rexton | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Rexton | Soarer |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |