2008 Kia Pro-ceed vs. 1992 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Pro-ceed is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Pro-ceed weights approximately 628 kg more than 1992 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Starlet. (78 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Pro-ceed will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Pro-ceed | 1992 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Pro-ceed | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
