1966 Renault 8 vs. 1989 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1989 Toyota MR2 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota MR2 (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1966 Renault 8. 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, 1989 Toyota MR2 (305 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Renault 8 | 1989 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 8 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 78 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |