1983 Toyota Starlet vs. 1984 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1984 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Vauxhall Astra (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 90 kg more than 1983 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Toyota Starlet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1984 Vauxhall Astra (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Starlet | 1984 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Starlet | Astra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
