2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1978 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP) has 330 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 625 kg more than 1978 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (550 Nm) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1978 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 55 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
