1979 Toyota Mark II vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 19 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Mark II | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Mark II | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
