1983 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1995 Toyota Starlet is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 245 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Sprinter | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 998 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
