1993 Toyota Starlet vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Starlet.
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, 2006 Toyota Yaris (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Starlet | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Starlet | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
