2005 Chrysler LHS vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Chrysler LHS 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler LHS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler LHS (250 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler LHS weights approximately 429 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 Chrysler LHS (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler LHS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler LHS | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | LHS | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2590 mm |
