1996 Toyota MR2 vs. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 14 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1241 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, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota MR2 | 2010 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | MR2 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
