1999 Toyota MR2 vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 1,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 404 kg more than 1999 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota MR2 | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | MR2 | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
