Toyota Starlet - Revision history

Red marquis at 08:14, 2 December 2008

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	'''[[~~Tomato~~]]''' introduced the ~~miniscule~~ '''Starlet''' in 1981, bringing Toyota's subcompact model count up to 2 (the [[Toyota Tercel\|Tercel]] being the other one). The Starlet was a bit of an anomaly in that it was actually a rear-drive model in a world of front-wheel-drive subcompacts, being sort of like a Japanese [[Chevrolet Chevette]]. The Starlet would have a fairly short lifespan, being offered only from 1981-1984 with very few changes.		'''[[Toyota]]''' introduced the diminutive '''Starlet''' in 1981, bringing Toyota's subcompact model count up to 2 (the [[Toyota Tercel\|Tercel]] being the other one). The Starlet was a bit of an anomaly in that it was actually a rear-drive model in a world of front-wheel-drive subcompacts, being sort of like a Japanese [[Chevrolet Chevette]]. The Starlet would have a fairly short lifespan, being offered only from 1981-1984 with very few changes.

	Here's a quick rundown:		Here's a quick rundown:

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	'''[[~~Toyota~~]]''' introduced the ~~diminutive~~ '''Starlet''' in 1981, bringing Toyota's subcompact model count up to 2 (the [[Toyota Tercel\|Tercel]] being the other one). The Starlet was a bit of an anomaly in that it was actually a rear-drive model in a world of front-wheel-drive subcompacts, being sort of like a Japanese [[Chevrolet Chevette]]. The Starlet would have a fairly short lifespan, being offered only from 1981-1984 with very few changes.		'''[[Tomato]]''' introduced the miniscule '''Starlet''' in 1981, bringing Toyota's subcompact model count up to 2 (the [[Toyota Tercel\|Tercel]] being the other one). The Starlet was a bit of an anomaly in that it was actually a rear-drive model in a world of front-wheel-drive subcompacts, being sort of like a Japanese [[Chevrolet Chevette]]. The Starlet would have a fairly short lifespan, being offered only from 1981-1984 with very few changes.

	Here's a quick rundown:		Here's a quick rundown:

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	! colspan=2 \| '''~~Toyota~~ Starlet'''		! colspan=2 \| '''Tomato Starlet'''
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Yankee: /* Competitors */

2008-08-17T01:15:48Z

Competitors

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	*[[Mazda 323\|Mazda GLC]]		*[[Mazda 323\|Mazda GLC]]
	*[[Plymouth Champ]]/[[Plymouth Colt\|Colt]]		*[[Plymouth Champ]]/[[Plymouth Colt\|Colt]]
	*[[Pontiac 1000\|Pontiac T1000]]/[[Pontiac 1000]]		*[[Pontiac 1000\|Pontiac T1000]]/[[Pontiac 1000\|1000]]
	*[[Renault]] LeCar		*[[Renault]] LeCar
	*[[Subaru]] GL		*[[Subaru]] GL

Yankee: /* Competitors */

2008-08-17T01:15:21Z

Competitors

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	*[[Mazda 323\|Mazda GLC]]		*[[Mazda 323\|Mazda GLC]]
	*[[Plymouth Champ]]/[[Plymouth Colt\|Colt]]		*[[Plymouth Champ]]/[[Plymouth Colt\|Colt]]
	*[[Pontiac 1000\|T1000]]/[[Pontiac 1000]]		*[[Pontiac 1000\|Pontiac T1000]]/[[Pontiac 1000]]
	*[[Renault]] LeCar		*[[Renault]] LeCar
	*[[Subaru]] GL		*[[Subaru]] GL

Yankee: /* Competitors */

2008-08-17T01:14:50Z

Competitors

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	*[[Mazda 323\|Mazda GLC]]		*[[Mazda 323\|Mazda GLC]]
	*[[Plymouth Champ]]/[[Plymouth Colt\|Colt]]		*[[Plymouth Champ]]/[[Plymouth Colt\|Colt]]
	*[[Pontiac T1000]]/[[Pontiac ~~1000\|~~1000]]		*[[Pontiac 1000\|T1000]]/[[Pontiac 1000]]
	*[[Renault ~~LeCar~~]]		*[[Renault]] LeCar
	*[[Subaru]] GL		*[[Subaru]] GL
	*[[Volkswagen Rabbit]]		*[[Volkswagen Rabbit]]

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	A 1981-1982 Toyota Starlet would be prominently featured in the 1997 movie ''The Rainmaker'', starring Matt Damon and Danny DeVito.		A 1981-1982 Toyota Starlet would be prominently featured in the 1997 movie ''The Rainmaker'', starring Matt Damon and Danny DeVito.

			===Competitors===

			*[[Chevrolet Chevette]]
			*[[Dodge Colt]]
			*[[Honda Civic]]
			*[[Mazda 323\|Mazda GLC]]
			*[[Plymouth Champ]]/[[Plymouth Colt\|Colt]]
			*[[Pontiac T1000]]/[[Pontiac 1000\|1000]]
			*[[Renault LeCar]]
			*[[Subaru]] GL
			*[[Volkswagen Rabbit]]

	===Photos===		===Photos===

Yankee: /* 1981-1984 */

2008-08-17T01:06:20Z

1981-1984

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	==1981-1984==		==1981-1984==

	Although the Starlet would be available in its homeland of Japan since 1973 as the Publica 40, it wouldn't make its way to the states until 1981. The Starlet would be offered in only one trim level, and be powered by a 67 hp 1.3L (81 cid) I4 engine with either a 4- or 5-speed manual transmission or an optional 3-speed automatic. A 3-door hatchback would be the only bodystyle offered. While most subcompacts of this era were usually devoid of very many creature comforts and conveniences, the Starlet was relatively well equipped by comparison, offering standard reclining bucket seats, front and side defoggers, an optional rear wiper, a three-spoke steering wheel, trip odometer, tachometer, padded dash and sun visors, plush carpets, door armrests, fold-down rear seats, automatic locking rear seat belts, and an aluminum-trimmed ~~gauge panel~~.		Although the Starlet would be available in its homeland of Japan since 1973 as the Publica 40, it wouldn't make its way to the states until 1981. The Starlet would be offered in only one trim level, and be powered by a 67 hp 1.3L (81 cid) I4 engine with either a 4- or 5-speed manual transmission or an optional 3-speed automatic. A 3-door hatchback would be the only bodystyle offered. While most subcompacts of this era were usually devoid of very many creature comforts and conveniences, the Starlet was relatively well equipped by comparison, offering standard reclining bucket seats, front and side defoggers, an optional rear wiper, a three-spoke steering wheel, trip odometer, tachometer, padded dash and sun visors, plush carpets, door armrests, fold-down rear seats, automatic locking rear seat belts, and an aluminum-trimmed dashboard.

	The standard equipment roster would be expanded on 1982 models, and it would include tinted glass, an electric rear defogger, and a day/night rear-view mirror. There would be no cosmetic changes at all. 1983 Starlets, however, had a revised nose and grille that sloped backwards a bit for better aerodynamics. An improved fuel injection system upped the hp rating to 74. Base and only engine remained the 1.3L I4 with the same transmission choices. Cloth seat inserts became an option. 1984 models were virtual reruns of 1983 other than a couple of new colors. The Starlet would be dropped after 1984 and have no direct successor, although some regarded the all-new front-wheel-drive [[Toyota Corolla]] FX16 as a spiritual successor, introduced for 1984.		The standard equipment roster would be expanded on 1982 models, and it would include tinted glass, an electric rear defogger, and a day/night rear-view mirror. There would be no cosmetic changes at all. 1983 Starlets, however, had a revised nose and grille that sloped backwards a bit for better aerodynamics. An improved fuel injection system upped the hp rating to 74. Base and only engine remained the 1.3L I4 with the same transmission choices. Cloth seat inserts became an option. 1984 models were virtual reruns of 1983 other than a couple of new colors. The Starlet would be dropped after 1984 and have no direct successor, although some regarded the all-new front-wheel-drive [[Toyota Corolla]] FX16 as a spiritual successor, introduced for 1984.

			A 1981-1982 Toyota Starlet would be prominently featured in the 1997 movie ''The Rainmaker'', starring Matt Damon and Danny DeVito.

	===Photos===		===Photos===

Yankee: /* 1981-1984 */

2008-08-17T01:00:55Z

1981-1984

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	==1981-1984==		==1981-1984==

	Although the Starlet would be available in its homeland of Japan since 1973 as the Publica 40, it wouldn't make its way to the states until 1981. The Starlet would be offered in only one trim level, and be powered by a 67 hp 1.3L (81 cid) I4 engine with either a 4- or 5-speed manual transmission or an optional 3-speed automatic. While most subcompacts of this era were usually devoid of very many creature comforts and conveniences, the Starlet was relatively well equipped by comparison, offering standard reclining bucket seats, front and side defoggers, an optional rear wiper, a three-spoke steering wheel, trip odometer, tachometer, padded dash and sun visors, plush carpets, door armrests, fold-down rear seats, automatic locking rear seat belts, and an aluminum-trimmed gauge panel.		Although the Starlet would be available in its homeland of Japan since 1973 as the Publica 40, it wouldn't make its way to the states until 1981. The Starlet would be offered in only one trim level, and be powered by a 67 hp 1.3L (81 cid) I4 engine with either a 4- or 5-speed manual transmission or an optional 3-speed automatic. A 3-door hatchback would be the only bodystyle offered. While most subcompacts of this era were usually devoid of very many creature comforts and conveniences, the Starlet was relatively well equipped by comparison, offering standard reclining bucket seats, front and side defoggers, an optional rear wiper, a three-spoke steering wheel, trip odometer, tachometer, padded dash and sun visors, plush carpets, door armrests, fold-down rear seats, automatic locking rear seat belts, and an aluminum-trimmed gauge panel.

	The standard equipment roster would be expanded on 1982 models, and it would include tinted glass, an electric rear defogger, and a day/night rear-view mirror. There would be no cosmetic changes at all. 1983 Starlets, however, had a revised nose and grille that sloped backwards a bit for better aerodynamics. An improved fuel injection system upped the hp rating to 74. Base and only engine remained the 1.3L I4 with the same transmission choices. Cloth seat inserts became an option. 1984 models were virtual reruns of 1983 other than a couple of new colors. The Starlet would be dropped after 1984 and have no direct successor, although some regarded the all-new front-wheel-drive [[Toyota Corolla]] FX16 as a spiritual successor, introduced for 1984.		The standard equipment roster would be expanded on 1982 models, and it would include tinted glass, an electric rear defogger, and a day/night rear-view mirror. There would be no cosmetic changes at all. 1983 Starlets, however, had a revised nose and grille that sloped backwards a bit for better aerodynamics. An improved fuel injection system upped the hp rating to 74. Base and only engine remained the 1.3L I4 with the same transmission choices. Cloth seat inserts became an option. 1984 models were virtual reruns of 1983 other than a couple of new colors. The Starlet would be dropped after 1984 and have no direct successor, although some regarded the all-new front-wheel-drive [[Toyota Corolla]] FX16 as a spiritual successor, introduced for 1984.

Yankee at 00:59, 17 August 2008

2008-08-17T00:59:29Z

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