1983 Toyota Starlet vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 22 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 665 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Toyota Starlet 2005 Toyota Avensis
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Starlet Avensis
Year Released 1983 2005
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 993 cc 1770 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 65 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 750 kg 1415 kg
Vehicle Length 3690 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 60 L


 

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