1976 Porsche 912 vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1978 Toyota Mark II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 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 20 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 55 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Porsche 912 | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 912 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2590 mm |
