1963 Ford Taunus vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1995 Toyota MR2 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1963 Ford Taunus. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Taunus | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taunus | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
