1953 Studebaker Commander vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1979 Toyota Mark II is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Studebaker Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Studebaker Commander would be higher. At 3,809 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Studebaker Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Studebaker Commander (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Studebaker Commander should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Studebaker Commander weights approximately 492 kg more than 1979 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Studebaker Commander (258 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1953 Studebaker Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Studebaker Commander | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Studebaker | Toyota |
| Model | Commander | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3809 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2590 mm |
