2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 16 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 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1272 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Defender | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1295 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2310 mm |
