1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1993 Ford Focus
To start off, 1993 Ford Focus is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Focus (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1973 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 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Focus. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 1993 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Focus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1230 mm |
