1995 Toyota MR2 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (383 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 425 kg more than 1995 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota MR2. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota MR2 | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | MR2 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
