1999 Toyota MR2 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2.
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 Toyota MR2 (176 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota MR2 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | MR2 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
