2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 27 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 201 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 994 kg | 1195 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
