1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity weights approximately 139 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (230 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Celebrity | Focus |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1221 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
