1983 Toyota Starlet vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX is newer by 24 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RunX (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RunX weights approximately 384 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, 2007 Toyota RunX, 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, 2007 Toyota RunX (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Starlet | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Starlet | RunX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
