1990 Toyota MR2 vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 18 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Toyota MR2. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 597 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 2008 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota MR2. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Toyota MR2 | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
Model | MR2 | Actyon |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |