1998 Toyota MR2 vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1998 Toyota MR2 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. 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, 1998 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota MR2 | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | MR2 | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
