2004 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 23 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 695 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
