2001 Honda Life vs. 1992 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life 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, 1992 Toyota MR2 (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Life | 1992 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Life | MR2 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |