2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 29 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 160 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Nitro | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
