1988 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 1987 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Model F weights approximately 175 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Starion | 1987 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Starion | Model F |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1300 kg |
