1994 Toyota Starlet vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube is newer by 19 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Cube (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Cube weights approximately 540 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Starlet | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Starlet | Cube |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
