2008 Holden UTE vs. 1986 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2008 Holden UTE is newer by 22 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Holden UTE (357 HP) has 242 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Soarer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Holden UTE (530 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm). This means 2008 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Soarer. 1986 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2008 Holden UTE has manual transmission. 2008 Holden UTE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Holden UTE | 1986 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | UTE | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 357 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
