1990 Toyota Starlet vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 12 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 870 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.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Starlet | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Starlet | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2540 mm |
