1989 Toyota MR2 vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota MR2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota MR2 (221 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica. 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, 1989 Toyota MR2 (305 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota MR2 | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | MR2 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
