1996 Toyota MR2 vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 17 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1996 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra (174 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota MR2 | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | MR2 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
