1984 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic 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 40 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Focus weights approximately 390 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Focus |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1722 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
