1988 Toyota Supra vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (150 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Toyota Supra | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Supra | MR2 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |