1984 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (190 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2005 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Corolla | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 992 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |
