1981 Toyota Celica vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 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 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 20 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Toyota Celica | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Celica | Mark II |
Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1988 cc |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |