1984 Toyota MR2 vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Toyota MR2. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 555 kg more than 1984 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota MR2. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota MR2 | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | MR2 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
