1974 Renault Siete vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1978 Toyota Mark II is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault Siete 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) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Renault Siete. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 380 kg more than 1974 Renault Siete. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault Siete | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Siete | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
