1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Charger (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 399 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Charger | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Focus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
