1991 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1991 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 911 | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1250 mm |
