1982 Toyota Starlet vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX 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 5,552 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti QX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti QX (395 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti QX weights approximately 1882 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 Infiniti QX 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, 2013 Infiniti QX 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 Infiniti QX (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti QX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Starlet | 2013 Infiniti QX | |
| Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
| Model | Starlet | QX |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 2656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3075 mm |
