2000 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Pride Wagon weights approximately 40 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Starlet 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 1982 Toyota Starlet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon, 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 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Pride Wagon | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Pride Wagon | Starlet |
Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |