1984 Ford GT vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 15 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, 1999 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford GT weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 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, 1984 Ford GT (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford GT | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | GT | MR2 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 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 | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |