1986 Porsche 928 vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Porsche 928.
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, 1986 Porsche 928 (439 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Porsche 928 | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 928 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4957 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |