1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2008 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 Toyota MR2 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota MR2 (138 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. 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, 2008 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2008 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Corsair | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
