1947 Ford Pilot vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 58 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, 2005 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1947 Ford Pilot. (85 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1947 Ford Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Ford Pilot weights approximately 456 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
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 | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Pilot | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
