2006 Honda FR-V vs. 1991 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 856 kg more than 1991 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda FR-V | 1991 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | FR-V | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
