1976 Toyota Mark II vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Mark II (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 171 kg more than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Mark II | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mark II | Polo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
