2008 Ford Focus vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 29 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 93 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
