1975 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 72 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 1975 Chrysler Sedan 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 1975 Chrysler Sedan. 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, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Sedan | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Sedan | Focus |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2650 mm |
