2005 Honda Stream vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 660 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, 2005 Honda Stream, 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, 2005 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Stream | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Stream | Starlet |
Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |