1979 Subaru DL vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru DL 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 73 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Focus weights approximately 354 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru DL | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | DL | Focus |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1174 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2614 mm |
