1993 Toyota Starlet vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 17 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Starlet.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Starlet | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Starlet | Antara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
