1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 20 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 320 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Kappa | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
