2005 MG TF vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 MG TF 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG TF | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | TF | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2590 mm |
