1968 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (170 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 146 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Camaro | 2002 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Focus |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |