2002 Caterham Superlight R vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Caterham Superlight R is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (190 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Caterham Superlight R should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
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, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (203 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Caterham Superlight R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Caterham Superlight R | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Caterham | Toyota |
Model | Superlight R | MR2 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |