GT86/FSR/BRZ vs MR2 Spyder

[RaceR]

Nice video there Rampage.

Originally Posted by Genomaxter

Pffff, just have both!

Thanks for sharing the pictures!
What are your opinion about the handing and power in the cars compared to each other.
How does steering feel compare?

[lordtakuban]

I will have both. I didn't go 2ZZ with my MR-S. I went Turbo and Meth injection. The FR-S will be a definite downgrade on all levels of performance for me due to my mods on the MR-S. But it will be my daily driver and will be slightly more practical while still being fun.

My MR-S will become a more dedicated project car now that I can leave it taken apart for lengthy periods of time. To compare the 2 is a little silly. Stock vs. Stock, the MR-S is lighter and better fuel economy. They are probably pretty evenly matched for performance. The FR-S is new though and has some nice new amenities in it that are missing from the MR-S.

Bottom line is (like was said previously by Genomaxter) just have both.

Also, I remember that video. Well done. The guy modeled the MR-S by hand in 3D. great job on it.

[Laika]

Originally Posted by Dimman

MR-S is my emergency back-up plan. With a Celica/Matrix XRS 2ZZ/6spd swap. And a hard top.

If it came factory with the 2ZZGE/6M combo, a hard top and didn't look so damn cute, I wouldn't be on this forum.

Mileage is good, handling is supposed to be superb.

Don't get me wrong, I'd still be oogling over the BRZ...

But with a 180bhp (2zz swap) Yamaha engine that screams right up to ~8350rpm, 6 speed manual, and hardtop, that'd be just perfect.

[Racecomp Engineering]

My brother just got a 2zz MRS. It's pretty fantastic.


- Andrew

[uspspro]

I am selling my 3.5L 2GR swapped MRS for the BRZ I just picked up.

Wanted more room (kid seats, my bike, etc). I think with some added power the BRZ will be just as fun.

Marco's 2GR-FE 3.5L MR2 Spyder - 3 - YouTube

I got new wheels shortly after this video...

2GRFE 3.5L V6 MR2 Spyder Exhaust Revving Clip - YouTube

[lordtakuban]

Originally Posted by uspspro

I am selling my 3.5L 2GR swapped MRS for the BRZ I just picked up.

Wanted more room (kid seats, my bike, etc). I think with some added power the BRZ will be just as fun.

A small turbo or super charger kit would definitely help the FR-S. And... If you are the first to go turbo, you could add a "T" to the name so it's "FRST" heh heh.

But seriously, with some more power (not much, but some), it might be able to provide similar excitement as my MR-S all while having some nicer creature comforts and the ability to put a car seat in the back so I don't have a 1-seater. hahaha. Time will tell though. Hopefully, there are no pre-cat issues with the FR-S.

[Hanakuso]

Seems like a lot of guys here are from Spyderchat.

[86_ZN6]

Originally Posted by jcX4ever

Ummm..

They called it FR-S because the engine is in FRONT and it is RWD.

They called it MR-S because the engine is in MID and it is also a RWD


It's like Front RWD -Sport or something or Mid RWD - Sport


just my guess..

for the MR-S

the MR means Midship Runabout

[frsnky]

[quote=Rampage;147312]

Originally Posted by Lasse

Yeah the Spyder handles like a go kart. I am exaggerating about the lack of storage space (a little). You can put a couple soft overnight bags in the cubbies behind the seats and there is a small amount of storage on top of the spare tire in the front. Hauling anything except my butt is not a consideration for me when buying a sports car.

I have an mr2 spyder and we have made several week long trips to the beach with it. you can fit 2 small duffle bags behind the seat and a small bag and misc items in with the spare tire area. all it takes is a little creative packing. as far as performance I love the way it drives you are low to the ground and it has a lot of pep for a smaller engine. Iwould change out the seats for some with more side support for cornering ( I always feel like I'm going to slide out of the seat on sharp turns) but it could use a little more power, and you cant beat the convertible top. We will be keeping ours until the frs comes out as a convertible so for right now we have both.

[lordtakuban]

Originally Posted by Hanakuso

Seems like a lot of guys here are from Spyderchat.

Yep. I can't really keep up with the flood of traffic and posts that this forum gets compared to SC. But there is a lot of good info on here if you weed through the noise.

To speak to frsnky's point, You can fit a good deal of luggage in the MR-S. But you do have to be very creative in your packing and where you put things. It can be done though.

Oh, and the name "MR-S" or "MR2 Spyder" ... Toyota used some marketing nonsense and said it stands for "Midship Runabout" as was mentioned. I actually think the MR2 came from Mid Engine Rear-wheel drive, 2-door (or 2 seat). but that's just me putting my 2 cents in. The "S" is for "Spyder" though, not for "Sport".

Once I get my FR-S, I will be looking forward to taking some long needed time to restore some luster to the Mister Two. Pics will come in the next few weeks or so. I'm told First week of July. But we'll see.

[Rampage]

My son and I took my MR2 Spyder with a hardtop down to Mid Ohio to watch the Rolex Grand Am this past weekend. We managed to carry, a medium sized cooler, two folding chairs, a duffle bag, a bag of groceries with chips, sub buns, condiments, paper plates, etc and a folding 6 foot beach type tri-pod umbrella. Everything was stored out of sight except the beach umbrella which was in its slip case on the package shelf behind the seats. I do not have a soft top in the car and I am really surprised how much I could fit in there. It would be easy to carry enough luggage for a long weekend trip or maybe even a week if I could keep the wife's wardrobe necessities under control.

So my tooth brush comment was a huge exaggeration.

By the way, I met a FR-S driver at the track who is a member of this forum, saw a white BRZ with temporary tags and talked to a pretty blond Subaru rep at the tent they had set up in the midway with a WRB BRZ on display.