1979 Toyota Mark II vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2004 Saturn L is newer by 25 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saturn L weights approximately 120 kg more than 1979 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, 2004 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn L 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 | 2004 Saturn L | |
| Make | Toyota | Saturn |
| Model | Mark II | L |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
