1982 Toyota Starlet vs. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 23 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 2082 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 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Starlet | 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Starlet | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 108 L |
