2008 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Mark II (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 11 kg more than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Elantra | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Elantra | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
