1982 Toyota Starlet vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 25 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), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 471 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Starlet | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Starlet | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
