1993 Porsche 968 vs. 1997 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1997 Toyota MR2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 968 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1997 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 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 968 | 1997 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 968 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |