2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 26 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 555 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 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Nitro | Soarer |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 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 | 1860 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |