1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 86 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Celica | Focus |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
