2005 Nissan Altima vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 153 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.
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, 2005 Nissan Altima, 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 Nissan Altima (237 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (211 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Altima | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Altima | Soarer |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 211 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |