1978 Toyota Mark II vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 32 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 95 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Mark II | Golf |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2578 mm |