2002 Toyota MR2 vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Toyota MR2 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota MR2 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica. 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, 2002 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota MR2 | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | MR2 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
