1998 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1977 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 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota RAV4 | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
