2005 Mazda 3 vs. 1983 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Soarer (116 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Toyota Soarer.
Because 1983 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 1983 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3, 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, 2005 Mazda 3 (225 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 3 | 1983 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
