2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 123 kg more than 1977 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, 2009 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Accent | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
