1977 Toyota Mark II vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 29 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 27 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 33 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Mark II | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mark II | Polo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
