1978 Toyota Mark II vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 1978 Toyota Mark II is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 270 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Mark II | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Mark II | Viva |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
