2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 1986 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 34 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1986 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 1986 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1986 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Corolla | 1986 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
