2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 28 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 385 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 407 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
