2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1994 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1994 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 257 kg more than 1994 Toyota MR2. 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1994 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | MR2 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |