1947 Ford Pilot vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR-S is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Ford Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Ford Pilot would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Ford Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR-S (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1947 Ford Pilot. (85 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR-S should accelerate faster than 1947 Ford Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Ford Pilot weights approximately 482 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR-S.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Ford Pilot | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Pilot | MR-S |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
