1979 Toyota Mark II vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 32 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, 2011 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 180 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, 1979 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Mark II | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Mark II | Prius |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
