1979 Toyota Mark II vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 31 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (133 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 200 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Mark II | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |
