1972 Toyota Corona vs. 1997 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1997 Toyota MR2 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona. 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, 1997 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Toyota Corona | 1997 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corona | MR2 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2430 mm |