2007 Nissan Note vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 67 kg more than 2007 Nissan Note. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note, 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, 1981 Toyota Soarer (211 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Note. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Note | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Note | Soarer |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |