2006 Toyota Hilux vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 25 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 695 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (211 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Hilux | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Hilux | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2670 mm |
