2007 Infiniti M vs. 1982 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Soarer.
Because 2007 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Soarer. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Soarer. 2007 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Soarer has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Soarer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti M | 1982 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | M | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
