1985 Dodge Charger vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1985 Dodge Charger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 145 kg more than 1985 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Charger | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
