1993 Honda Concerto vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Because 1996 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 1996 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Concerto, 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, 1996 Toyota MR2 (131 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Concerto | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Concerto | MR2 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 131 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |