2005 Ford Focus vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 103 kg more than 1976 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, 2005 Ford Focus (180 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
