2006 Saturn ION vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 249 kg more than 1977 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 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn ION | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | ION | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
