1967 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 615 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (563 Nm) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (176 Nm). This means 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Chevelle | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6478 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
