2005 Acura CL vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 26 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 380 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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | CL | Mark II |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |