1990 Toyota MR2 vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Toyota MR2. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 325 kg more than 1990 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota MR2 | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | MR2 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
