2008 Ford Taurus vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 32 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 88 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2590 mm |
