2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1992 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1992 Toyota MR2. (154 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1992 Toyota MR2. 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota MR2. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota MR2. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Charger | 1992 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Charger | MR2 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |