2012 GMC Terrain vs. 1982 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 574 kg more than 1982 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain, 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, 2012 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Soarer. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2012 GMC Terrain | 1982 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Terrain | Soarer |
Year Released | 2012 | 1982 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1754 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |