1982 Toyota Starlet vs. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Meriva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Meriva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Meriva should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 525 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.
Because 1982 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 1982 Toyota Starlet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Meriva, 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, 2003 Vauxhall Meriva (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Toyota Starlet | 2003 Vauxhall Meriva | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Starlet | Meriva |
Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |