1995 Rover MGF vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover MGF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover MGF would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover MGF (145 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Toyota MR2. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover MGF should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover MGF weights approximately 459 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2. 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, 1995 Rover MGF (236 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1995 Rover MGF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover MGF | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | MGF | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1250 mm |
