2000 Honda NSX vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 16 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 575 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda NSX 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 2000 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2000 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (75 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Starlet |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 64 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |