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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 171 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 (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 220 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. 2010 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| 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 |
