1979 Toyota Mark II vs. 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 28 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 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 156 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, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Mark II | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |