2004 Toyota MR2 vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota MR2 (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2004 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota MR2 | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | MR2 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
