1990 Toyota Starlet vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Starlet | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Starlet | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
