1993 Toyota MR2 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1993 Toyota MR2. (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota MR2. (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Toyota MR2 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | MR2 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |