1984 Ford GT vs. 1991 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1991 Toyota MR2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford GT would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1984 Ford GT. 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, 1984 Ford GT (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota MR2. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford GT | 1991 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | GT | MR2 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |