2007 Nissan Titan vs. 1983 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1566 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Titan | 1983 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Titan | Starlet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 40 L |