1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1982 Toyota Starlet is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 220 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |
