1969 Toyota Corolla vs. 1990 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1990 Toyota MR2 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota MR2 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1990 Toyota MR2 (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Toyota Corolla | 1990 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corolla | MR2 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1068 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |