1984 Audi 4000 vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1984 Audi 4000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Because 1984 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 4000 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Audi 4000 (137 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm). This means 1984 Audi 4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet. 1984 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 4000 | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 4000 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
