2001 Audi TT vs. 1985 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2001 Audi TT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi TT weights approximately 730 kg more than 1985 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT 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, 2001 Audi TT (285 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 1985 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
