2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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. Both 2005 Toyota RAV4 and 1981 Toyota Soarer are equipped with a 1,988 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (211 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RAV4 | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
