1993 Audi 80 vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1993 Audi 80 is newer by 14 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 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi 80 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi 80 weights approximately 170 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, 1993 Audi 80 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi 80 | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1200 kg |
