2005 Holden Rodeo vs. 1989 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Holden Rodeo is newer by 16 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota MR2 (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
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, 1989 Toyota MR2 (305 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Rodeo | 1989 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Rodeo | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2410 mm |
