1970 Ford 12 M vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1977 Toyota Mark II is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 345 kg more than 1970 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 12 M | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | 12 M | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
