1994 McLaren F1 vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1994 McLaren F1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 McLaren F1 (627 HP) has 553 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 McLaren F1 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 McLaren F1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 McLaren F1 (881 Nm) has 780 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 McLaren F1 | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | McLaren | Toyota |
| Model | F1 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6062 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
