1992 Toyota MR2 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1992 Toyota MR2 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 35 kg more than 1992 Toyota MR2.
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, 1973 Vauxhall Victor (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota MR2. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Toyota MR2 | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | MR2 | Victor |
Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |