2009 Toyota Tundra vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 550 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 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tundra | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tundra | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
