2009 Toyota Venza vs. 1994 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1994 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota MR2.
Because 1994 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 1994 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza, 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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota MR2. 2009 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Venza | 1994 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Venza | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
