1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1990 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1990 Toyota MR2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota MR2 (135 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 75 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Toyota MR2 (196 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1990 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1990 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Graduate | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
