1990 Toyota Starlet vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 18 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Auris (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Auris weights approximately 485 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, 2008 Toyota Auris (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Starlet | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Starlet | Auris |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
