1957 Lotus Seven vs. 1994 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1994 Toyota MR2 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven. 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, 1994 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lotus Seven | 1994 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Seven | MR2 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |