1983 Toyota Starlet vs. 2004 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sienna is newer by 21 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 955 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, 2004 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2004 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet. 2004 Toyota Sienna 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. 2004 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Starlet | 2004 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Starlet | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2910 mm |
