1994 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1998 Toyota MR2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Toyota MR2.
Because 1998 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Honda Accord (198 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Accord | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | MR2 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |