1979 Toyota Mark II vs. 1994 Mazda Midge
To start off, 1994 Mazda Midge is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda Midge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Midge. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Midge. (156 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Mark II | 1994 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Mark II | Midge |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
