1992 Toyota MR2 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1992 Toyota MR2. (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 226 kg more than 1992 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota MR2. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota MR2 | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | MR2 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
