1995 Toyota Starlet vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,331 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Starlet (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 364 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
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, 1995 Toyota Starlet (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 1995 Toyota Starlet has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Starlet | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1331 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
