2008 Toyota Camry vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,361 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 612 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
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 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet. 2008 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Camry | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2361 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
