2007 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2.
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 Ford Mustang (495 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mustang | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
