2008 Saturn Sky vs. 1990 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Toyota MR2. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 115 kg more than 1990 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, 2008 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota MR2. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Saturn Sky | 1990 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Saturn | Toyota |
Model | Sky | MR2 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |