1991 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 1 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 2,449 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Toyota MR2. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 255 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, 1991 Honda Accord, 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, 1991 Honda Accord (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota MR2. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 1990 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | MR2 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2449 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |