2001 Mazda Roadster vs. 1991 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Mazda Roadster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Roadster (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1991 Toyota MR2. (154 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Mazda Roadster.
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, 2001 Mazda Roadster (196 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota MR2. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Roadster | 1991 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Roadster | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
