2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 21 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1613 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-150 | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-150 | Starlet |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 65 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2363 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |