1974 Ford Capri vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 136 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ford Capri 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 1974 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Ford Focus (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Capri | Focus |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |