1999 Toyota MR2 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 572 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota MR2 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | MR2 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 638 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 818 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 3.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |