1999 Toyota MR2 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 690 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.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota MR2 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MR2 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
