1969 Mazda 1000 vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1993 Toyota MR2 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota MR2 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1969 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1969 Mazda 1000. 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, 1993 Toyota MR2 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mazda 1000 | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 1000 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |