1974 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1990 Toyota Starlet is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 775 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet, 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, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Camaro | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Camaro | Starlet |
Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |