1993 Toyota MR2 vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1993 Toyota MR2. (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 449 kg more than 1993 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota MR2. (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota MR2 | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | MR2 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
