2002 Audi R8 vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2002 Audi R8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 536 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 808 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 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, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet. 2002 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
