1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 257 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus.
Because 1972 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 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 2000 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Focus |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |