1979 Toyota Mark II vs. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 33 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, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 85 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Mark II | 2012 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mark II | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
