2009 Audi TT vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 30 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 264 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
