1983 Toyota Starlet vs. 1995 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 545 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Starlet | 1995 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Toyota | Venturi |
Model | Starlet | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |