1994 Toyota Starlet vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1218 kg more than 1994 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Starlet. 2000 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Starlet | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Starlet | Tundra |
Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3270 mm |