2005 Ford Econoline vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 24 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1145 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, 2005 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Econoline | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Econoline | Soarer |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2670 mm |