1966 MG MGC vs. 1984 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1984 Toyota Cressida is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Cressida.
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, 1966 MG MGC (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 MG MGC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 MG MGC | 1984 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | MGC | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
