1983 Toyota Starlet vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 485 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, 1993 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Starlet | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Starlet | Golf |
Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |