2008 Mazda Etude vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 27 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 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
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, 2008 Mazda Etude, 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 (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Etude | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2759 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1045 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
