2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 100 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Impreza | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Impreza | Soarer |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |