1998 Toyota MR2 vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota MR2 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina 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 85 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (88 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota MR2 | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | MR2 | Carina |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |