1978 Toyota Starlet vs. 2005 Infiniti I
To start off, 2005 Infiniti I is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti I weights approximately 735 kg more than 1978 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Starlet 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 1978 Toyota Starlet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I, 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, 2005 Infiniti I (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Starlet. 2005 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Starlet | 2005 Infiniti I | |
Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
Model | Starlet | I |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |