1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 20 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Guara | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
