1979 Toyota Mark II vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 504 kg more than 1979 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Mark II | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Mark II | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2838 mm |
