1991 Toyota Starlet vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Starlet.
Because 2010 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 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, 2010 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Starlet | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Starlet | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2960 mm |
