2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 1986 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2003 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1593 kg more than 1986 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Soarer. 2003 Avanti Studebaker has automatic transmission and 1986 Toyota Soarer has manual transmission. 1986 Toyota Soarer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Avanti Studebaker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Avanti Studebaker | 1986 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Avanti | Toyota |
Model | Studebaker | Soarer |
Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6751 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2670 mm |