1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Focus weights approximately 235 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2011 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corolla | Focus |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1406 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2614 mm |
