1990 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 455 kg more than 1996 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL (267 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SL | MR2 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |