2004 Toyota MR2 vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota MR2 (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota MR2 | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | MR2 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
