1992 Toyota Starlet vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 16 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra 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.
Because 2008 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Starlet. (78 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Starlet. 2008 Toyota Tundra 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. 2008 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Starlet | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Starlet | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 4190 mm |
