2009 Saturn Sky vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 594 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Sky | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Sky | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |
