1956 Ford Vedette vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1976 Toyota Mark II is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Mark II (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 70 kg more than 1956 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Vedette | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
