2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 1992 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 16 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 245 kg more than 1992 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, 2008 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota MR2. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda DrifterX | 1992 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | DrifterX | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
