2003 Honda Life vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 13 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Starlet (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Life weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life 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, 1990 Toyota Starlet (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Life | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Life | Starlet |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |