1969 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Mustang (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Mustang weights approximately 96 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Ford Mustang (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Mustang | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Focus |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
