How does a MK3 MR2 compare to a MX5?

[callywally18]

Evening Everyone!

Currently own a NB MX5, planned to mod it slightly but rust is becoming an issue on it, so was on the look for another, Upon browsing the classifieds a few decent Mr2's have come up.

Has anyone ever driven both? Obviously the MX5 is a PH favourite, and i do enjoy it myself. How does the MR2 react to a bit of tinkering? As i would plan to have a play with it. Also in terms of rust/reliability/running costs? How do they stack up?

Any info would be great!

[mikey P 500]

Having owned a few mx5s and now a mk3 mr2 I think I could answer this well. Mx5 is slightly more practical having a normal rear boot. Its easier on the limit handling wise in the wet, but its far less precise handling and I much prefer the mr2 to drive which feels more Elise like. The mr2 is a little faster too, The mr2s also don't rust like mx5s (part from the rear subframe but this is a bolt off part and easy to replace. Never heard of anywhere else need welding yet on the mk3. There are engine issues to research though, compared to a mx5. Www.mr2roc.org very good for buying guide and info. There is less after market parts for them compared to mx5s but still plenty of tuning parts and options.