1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2001 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2001 Toyota Mark II is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 594 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mark II will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 2001 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taunus | Mark II |
Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |