2002 Dodge Neon vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2002 Dodge Neon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Neon | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
