1979 Toyota Mark II vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corona (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 65 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Corona (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Mark II | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Mark II | Corona |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
