2009 SsangYong Stavic vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 728 kg more than 1978 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 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Stavic | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Stavic | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2590 mm |
