1993 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 1999 Toyota MR2

To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (742 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 615 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 665 kg more than 1999 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, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm) has 724 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (176 Nm). This means 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Lotec Testa de Oro 1999 Toyota MR2
Make Lotec Toyota
Model Testa de Oro MR2
Year Released 1993 1999
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 4943 cc 1797 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 742 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 900 Nm 176 Nm
Top Speed 347 km/hour 230 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 985 kg


 

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