1982 Toyota Starlet vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 31 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 1043 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 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Toyota Starlet | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Toyota | GMC |
Model | Starlet | Terrain |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1823 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2857 mm |