1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 456 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | Focus |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
