1996 Audi RS2 vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1996 Audi RS2 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,226 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi RS2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi RS2 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi RS2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 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, 1996 Audi RS2 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (75 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi RS2 | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | RS2 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
