1994 Honda Today vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Starlet (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 145 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. 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, 1984 Toyota Starlet (75 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Today | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Today | Starlet |
Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |