1963 NSU Prinz vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1978 Toyota Mark II is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1963 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 630 kg more than 1963 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 NSU Prinz | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | Prinz | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
