1998 Toyota Starlet vs. 2001 Toyota Solara

To start off, 2001 Toyota Solara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Solara weights approximately 630 kg more than 1998 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2001 Toyota Solara (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Starlet.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Toyota Starlet 2001 Toyota Solara
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Starlet Solara
Year Released 1998 2001
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1332 cc 2164 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 199 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 750 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 3750 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1410 mm


 

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