1977 Rover 2600 vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Rover 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Rover 2600 would be higher. At 2,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Rover 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Rover 2600 (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Rover 2600 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1977 Rover 2600.
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, 1977 Rover 2600 (206 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1977 Rover 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2. 1977 Rover 2600 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Rover 2600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Rover 2600 | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 2600 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2596 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1348 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
