2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 25 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 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2082 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Excursion | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3282 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2590 mm |
