2009 Honda Stream vs. 1992 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 17 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. Both 2009 Honda Stream and 1992 Toyota MR2 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 154 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 241 kg more than 1992 Toyota MR2.
Because 1992 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota MR2. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 1992 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Stream | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
