1989 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota 4Runner | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | 4Runner | Focus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2365 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
