2003 Hummer H2 vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2003 Hummer H2 is newer by 24 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hummer H2 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1710 kg more than 1979 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, 2003 Hummer H2 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hummer H2 | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Hummer | Toyota |
| Model | H2 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2910 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2590 mm |
