1996 Toyota MR2 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 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 Volkswagen Microbus (201 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota MR2 | 2002 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | MR2 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
