1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 586 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Because 1969 Chevrolet Impala 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 1969 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (162 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Impala | Focus |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
