2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 22 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 590 kg more than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (230 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2590 mm |
