1976 Toyota Mark II vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Mark II (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 140 kg more than 2010 Ford Ka. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Mark II | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Mark II | Ka |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2310 mm |
