1982 Toyota Carina vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Carina weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Toyota Carina | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Carina | MR2 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |