2002 Kia Pregio vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2002 Kia Pregio is newer by 21 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, 1981 Toyota Soarer (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Pregio weights approximately 395 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Because 1981 Toyota Soarer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Pregio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Toyota Soarer (235 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Pregio | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Pregio | Soarer |
Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2665 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 235 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |