2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger 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 20 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 17 kg more than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1195 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2590 mm |
