1981 Porsche 928 vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 928 (238 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 928 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Porsche 928 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 1981 Porsche 928. 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, 1981 Porsche 928 (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Porsche 928 | 2010 Ford Focus | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 928 | Focus |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1174 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1725 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 51 L |