1995 Toyota Starlet vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 Toyota Starlet is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Starlet (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 199 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
Because 1983 Toyota Celica 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 1983 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Starlet. 1995 Toyota Starlet has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Starlet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Starlet | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Starlet | Celica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1331 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
