2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 1983 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (116 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 655 kg more than 1983 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 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Soarer. 1983 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 1983 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 350Z | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
