1958 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1979 Toyota Mark II is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TC 108 G would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TC 108 G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TC 108 G weights approximately 215 kg more than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Alvis TC 108 G (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TC 108 G | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TC 108 G | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
