1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1978 Toyota Mark II is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 371 kg more than 1978 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Challenger | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
