2001 MCC ForTwo vs. 1997 Toyota Supra

To start off, 2001 MCC ForTwo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Supra weights approximately 940 kg more than 2001 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

2001 MCC ForTwo 1997 Toyota Supra
Make MCC Toyota
Model ForTwo Supra
Year Released 2001 1997
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 599 cc 2997 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 44 HP 325 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 71 Nm 441 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1620 kg
Vehicle Length 2510 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 1810 mm 2560 mm


 

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