1992 Toyota Starlet vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Prius (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Prius weights approximately 600 kg more than 1992 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, 2007 Toyota Prius (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Starlet. (78 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Starlet. 2007 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Starlet | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Starlet | Prius |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
