2006 Audi TT vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 340 kg more than 1978 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, 2006 Audi TT (281 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
