2010 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1986 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 24 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 57 kg more than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Soarer. 1986 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda BT-50 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.
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2010 Mazda BT-50 | 1986 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | BT-50 | Soarer |
Year Released | 2010 | 1986 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2604 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |