1975 Porsche 924 vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota MR2 (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 924 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2.
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, 2004 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924. 1975 Porsche 924 has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Porsche 924 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 924 | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 924 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |
