2004 Opel Agila vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2004 Opel Agila 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 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 100 more horse power than 2004 Opel Agila. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Opel Agila. 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, 2004 Opel Agila, 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Agila. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Agila. 1981 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Agila | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Agila | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
