2005 Avanti Studebaker vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Avanti Studebaker 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 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (307 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1575 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 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Avanti Studebaker | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Avanti | Toyota |
| Model | Studebaker | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2590 mm |
