2007 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 420 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
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 X-Trail, 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan X-Trail | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | X-Trail | Soarer |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |