1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (200 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 259 kg more than 1978 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
