1978 Toyota Mark II vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, 2008 Volvo C30 is newer by 30 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C30 weights approximately 466 kg more than 1978 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C30 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 | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Mark II | C30 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
