1982 Toyota Starlet vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 29 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Duster weights approximately 420 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 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2011 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Starlet | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Starlet | Duster |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2673 mm |
