1979 Toyota Mark II vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 27 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 32 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 138 kg more than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Mark II | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mark II | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
