2001 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 20 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 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 700 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.
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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (211 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SL | Soarer |
Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5437 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |