1975 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 275 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Focus |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1023 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
