1977 Porsche 930 vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1979 Toyota Mark II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 60 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Porsche 930 (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Porsche 930 | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 930 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
