2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 26 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 555 kg more than 1978 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, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Trans Sport | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2590 mm |
