2002 Renault Ellypse vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2002 Renault Ellypse 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Renault Ellypse. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Ellypse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 275 kg more than 2002 Renault Ellypse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Renault Ellypse, 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 (211 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Ellypse. (191 Nm). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Ellypse. 2002 Renault Ellypse has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Soarer has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Soarer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Ellypse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Ellypse | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Ellypse | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
