1976 Toyota Mark II vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 626 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 Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Mark II | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2868 mm |
