2003 MCC ForTwo vs. 1982 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2003 MCC ForTwo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 450 kg more than 2003 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1982 Toyota Soarer (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForTwo. 1982 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2003 MCC ForTwo has manual transmission. 2003 MCC ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC ForTwo | 1982 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | ForTwo | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2670 mm |
