1983 Toyota Starlet vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1995 Saturn SC is newer by 12 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Saturn SC weights approximately 330 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, 1995 Saturn SC, 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, 1995 Saturn SC (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet. 1995 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Starlet | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Toyota | Saturn |
| Model | Starlet | SC |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
