2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 1990 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota MR2 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 75 kg more than 1990 Toyota MR2.
Because 1990 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Toyota MR2 (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Mobilio | 1990 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Mobilio | MR2 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |