1977 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Focus weights approximately 190 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Corona 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 1977 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Corona | 2010 Ford Focus | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Corona | Focus |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 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 | 1000 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2614 mm |