1999 Honda Today vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 15 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 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 47 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Honda Today.
Because 1999 Honda Today 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, 1999 Honda Today 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, 1984 Toyota Starlet (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Today | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Today | Starlet |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |