1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 745 kg more than 2011 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2011 Ford Focus | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Focus |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2614 mm |