2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1983 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1983 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1983 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Nitro | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
