2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 55 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, 1979 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RAV4 | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1792 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2590 mm |
