1984 Toyota Starlet vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 715 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (75 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Starlet | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Starlet | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
