1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Toyota MR2 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota MR2 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1794 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
