1998 Ford Mustang vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1998 Ford Mustang is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Mustang weights approximately 195 kg more than 1977 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, 1998 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Mustang | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
