1982 Toyota Starlet vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 30 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 761 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Starlet | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Starlet | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2604 mm |
