1961 Ford Taunus vs. 2004 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2004 Toyota Mark II is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 660 kg more than 1961 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Taunus | 2004 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taunus | Mark II |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 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 Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |