1996 Toyota MR2 vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 12 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota MR2 (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. 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, 1996 Toyota MR2 (131 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota MR2 | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | MR2 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |
