1977 Toyota Mark II vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Mark II 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 32 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 123 kg more than 1977 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Mark II | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mark II | Golf |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
