2001 Toyota MR2 vs. 1983 TVR 350i
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 TVR 350i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 TVR 350i would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR 350i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR 350i (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR 350i should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 447 kg more than 1983 TVR 350i.
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, 1983 TVR 350i (298 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1983 TVR 350i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota MR2 | 1983 TVR 350i | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | MR2 | 350i |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
