1996 Toyota MR2 vs. 1992 Volvo 240
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 240 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1996 Toyota MR2.
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, 1996 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota MR2 | 1992 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | MR2 | 240 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |