2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 1983 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 23 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 2006 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 10 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1983 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 1983 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
