2000 Toyota Mark II vs. 1980 Toyota Century
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mark II is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Century weights approximately 295 kg more than 2000 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Mark II | 1980 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Mark II | Century |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2870 mm |
