1993 Toyota MR2 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 20 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 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota MR2 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2013 Scion tC. 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 Toyota MR2 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Toyota MR2 | 2013 Scion tC | |
Make | Toyota | Scion |
Model | MR2 | tC |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |