1990 Toyota Starlet vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Starlet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 425 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
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, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Toyota Starlet | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Starlet | Golf |
Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |