1976 Toyota Mark II vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 34 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser (181 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 678 kg more than 1976 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, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser (285 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
| Model | Mark II | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
