1979 Toyota Mark II vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 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, 1979 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 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 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Mark II | i20 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2525 mm |
