2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 19 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 540 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche Cayenne | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Cayenne | Starlet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4806 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |