1998 Toyota Starlet vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 12 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Thalia (97 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Thalia weights approximately 250 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, 2010 Renault Thalia (127 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Starlet | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Starlet | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1439 mm |
