1978 Toyota Mark II vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 28 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, 1978 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 9 kg more than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Mark II | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mark II | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |
