1998 Bentley Azure vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1998 Bentley Azure is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1720 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Bentley Azure 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 1998 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 673 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet. 1998 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Azure | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Bentley | Toyota |
Model | Azure | Starlet |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2310 mm |