2005 Peugeot 307 vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 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 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 7 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (148 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 307 | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 307 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
