2003 Ford Ka vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 26 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 325 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
