1979 Toyota Mark II vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 26 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, 1979 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Mark II | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Mark II | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |
