1976 Toyota Mark II vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo 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 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 365 kg more than 1976 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Mondeo (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Mark II | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Mark II | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
