1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2002 Toyota Mark II

To start off, 2002 Toyota Mark II is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Mark II. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 258 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.

Because 2002 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mark II will offer significantly more control. 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Mark II.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 2002 Toyota Mark II
Make Oldsmobile Toyota
Model Jetfire Mark II
Year Released 1962 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3531 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88.9 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.1 mm 75 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1297 kg 1555 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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