1997 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 1 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cavalier | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
