2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 30 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 2,277 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1661 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fusion | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
