1989 Ford Probe vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1989 Ford Probe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Probe (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Probe weights approximately 120 kg more than 1978 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, 1989 Ford Probe (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Probe | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Probe | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
