2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe vs. 1984 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe should accelerate faster than 1984 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, 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (217 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Soarer. 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe has automatic transmission and 1984 Toyota Soarer has manual transmission. 1984 Toyota Soarer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | 1984 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Genesis Coupe | Soarer |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |