2012 Nissan Maxima vs. 1982 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 426 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 Nissan Maxima, 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 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Soarer. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Maxima | 1982 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Maxima | Soarer |
Year Released | 2012 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |