1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1991 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1991 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 1991 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-150 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2310 mm |
