1991 Toyota Century vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Century weights approximately 735 kg more than 2006 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, 1991 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2. 1991 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Toyota Century | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Century | MR2 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |