1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1984 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 548 more horse power than 1984 Toyota MR2. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder weights approximately 290 kg more than 1984 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, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (720 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota MR2. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota MR2. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder has automatic transmission and 1984 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1984 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 1984 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Sidewinder | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 631 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2330 mm |
