2009 Lotus Exige vs. 1984 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1984 Toyota MR2. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2009 Lotus Exige.
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, 2009 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota MR2. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Exige | 1984 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Exige | MR2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |