2007 Renault Trafic vs. 1983 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Soarer (116 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 497 kg more than 1983 Toyota Soarer.
Because 1983 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 1983 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Trafic, 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 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Trafic | 1983 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Trafic | Soarer |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2240 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |