2000 Toyota Mark II vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mark II is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 485 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II (378 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Mark II | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Mark II | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2489 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |