1994 Subaru SVX vs. 1990 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1994 Subaru SVX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Toyota MR2. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru SVX weights approximately 445 kg more than 1990 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru SVX 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, 1994 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota MR2. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota MR2. 1994 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Subaru SVX | 1990 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | SVX | MR2 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3318 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |