1978 Toyota Mark II vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1988 Volvo 480 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 155 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Volvo 480 (176 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Mark II | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Mark II | 480 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
