1975 Austin 1800 vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1977 Toyota Mark II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 1800 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
