2004 Ford Focus vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 27 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, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 49 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, 1977 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
