2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 260 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 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
