2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1989 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1989 Toyota MR2. (221 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1989 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota MR2. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 1989 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Range Rover | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
