2006 Ford Explorer vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2006 Ford Explorer is newer by 27 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Explorer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Explorer | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Explorer | Mark II |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |