1978 Toyota Mark II vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 362 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 Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Tiguan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Mark II | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2604 mm |