1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 2001 Ford Focus
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Dodge Coronet 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 Dodge Coronet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (292 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 2001 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Coronet | Focus |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2620 mm |
