2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 25 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Nitro | Starlet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |