1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | Focus |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
