2008 Saturn Sky vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 90 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 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Saturn Sky | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Saturn | Toyota |
Model | Sky | Mark II |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2590 mm |